Perfect aim and stroke, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Sta. Elena Golf
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
14
14 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
59
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
11
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Green Reading
Session Durations
5
3 days , 4 days , 6 days , 7 days , 9 days
Sierra Madre Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Sierra Madre, identifying the specific skills this course demands most. The skill distribution below shows which areas of your game will be tested most frequently based on the hole-by-hole analysis (hole handicaps, stroke index, yardage, etc.), while the handicap ranges indicate the typical player profiles who perform well here.
Focus your practice on these key skills to maximize improvement and lower your scores. Check the practice programs below for targeted drills that address these specific skills.
Skill Distribution
Handicap Performance Insights
The handicap ranges shown represent the typical performance levels for this course. Players within these ranges can expect competitive scores, while those outside may yield benefits or may need additional practice in the highlighted skill areas to perform at their best.
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Sierra Madre
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
One Handed, Ball Gate, 25 in a Row
Make 25 putts in a row, one-handed through the ball gate.
Flop | Rough | Above/Below Feet
Hit flop shot two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped rough grass; one bucket with balls above feet level, and one bucket with balls below feet level.
Wedges (LW to PW) | Quadrants
Hit 12 balls to each quadrant using wedges only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Count total number of successful shots.
Wedges (LW to PW) | Birdie-Par-Bogey Radius
Use wedges only to land the ball inside the radius. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Keep the score relative to PAR.
All Wedges (LW to PW) | Tendencies Discovery
Discover tendencies amongst wedges raise awareness, what is likely to happen in a given situation. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
All Wedges (LW to PW) | Weaknesses Discovery
Discover weaknesses amongst wedges shots and clubs to avoid in critical situations. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Sierra Madre.
Contact Information
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
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Facilities
Location
Bo Malitlit
Course Description
Sta. Elena Golf Club offers golf facilities with scheduled club tournaments and events, along with online tee time booking. The site notes that tee time and tournament bookings are exclusive to Sta. Elena Golf Club members, indicating a member-focused club experience. It also provides a link to check handicaps through an external portal and a tee time booking tutorial, emphasizing a structured and member-centered golfing environment.
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Course Information
Holes
54
Par
72
Type
Parkland
Architect
Robert Trent Jones, Jr.
Opened
1994
Conditions
Green: Bermuda Tiff Eagle
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Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Sierra Madre
We studied the course layout and prepared practice programs to lower your scores. The programs are purpose-built for each tee to align with the course strategy. Each program consists of curated drills, with pre-defined modules designed to deliver results.
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Showing 14 Programs
% match to course practice profileMatch plan to shot, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Set sights, for a 19-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Keep within 2 yards, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
11 Week Flagship Program for Sierra Madre
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Sierra Madre. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 11 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Sink All Short Putts
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0
Short Game · Sand
Get Out of Bunker Safely
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 34.0
Short Game · Pitch
Set your sights and deliver: aim challenge
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 18.0
Short Game · Pitch
Save par with a clutch pitch—pressure drill
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Perfect your swing: mechanics for woods success
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Stop Missed Wedge Shots
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
Stop Missing Greens With Short Irons
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Center of the green: reduce spread on wedges
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Reduce Mid-Iron Misses
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Consistent woods contact, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Can you stop the ball close from the sand?
Flop from bunkers, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
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Get StartedEscape safely, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Up-and-down contest, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Control driver distance, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Reduce misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Control distance inside 100, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Hit close to flag, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Center green hits, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Prepare for Tournaments at Sierra Madre
Follow a complete multi-week structured practice program ahead of the upcoming events and arrive prepared.
No upcoming tournaments at this time.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions about Sierra Madre
Get answers to common questions about playing Sierra Madre and what to expect.
How difficult is Sierra Madre for mid-handicap golfers?
Sierra Madre is regarded as a strategically complex layout. With a slope of 120, it remains playable for a wide handicap range. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 72.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Sierra Madre?
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 6000 yards. The back tees extend to 6500 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
What is considered a good score at Sierra Madre?
With a course rating of 70 and par 72, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 72 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
How long is Sierra Madre and how does yardage affect play?
Measuring 6500 yards at maximum length, scoring depends more on placement than raw power.
What type of course is Sierra Madre and how should I play it?
Sierra Madre is designed as a Parkland layout. Overall, the setup will reward players who place the ball in safe positions far from hazards. Also, type of shot is more crucial rather than just trying to gain distance.
What features make Sierra Madre strategically challenging?
The combination of a slope rating of 120 and yardage reaching 6500 yards creates consistent pressure on approach shots. You will need to balance risk and reward, especially on longer par 4s and protected greens.
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